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… with the cap may be difficult. The cervical cap is used to prevent pregnancy. It's called a barrier method of birth … is used exactly as directed , it is about 74% effective for preventing pregnancy. This means that about 26 out of 100 … not used exactly as directed ,it is about 68% effective for preventing pregnancy. This means that about 32 out of 100 …
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… page: Overview Overview The implant is used to prevent pregnancy. It's a thin rod about the size of a … of your arm. The implant releases the hormone progestin to prevent pregnancy. Progestin prevents pregnancy in these ways: It thickens the mucus in …
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… ) is an herb that has been studied a lot for migraine prevention. Some small studies show that it may help prevent migraines in some people. footnote 1 Feverfew is … capsule, and tea. If you would like to try feverfew to help prevent your migraine headaches, it is important to find …
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… every year starting at age 25. These screening tests don't prevent breast cancer. But they can find cancer early, when … changes According to the study, here's how the different prevention methods affect the lifespans of those with BRCA1 changes. footnote 2 Comparing prevention methods for women with BRCA1 changes Prevention …
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… . Treat severe complications of sickle cell disease. Prevent complications of sickle cell disease. Lower the risk … acute chest syndrome. Blood transfusions before surgery can prevent or treat these complications. Red blood cell … and leg ulcers. Frequent blood transfusions may help prevent strokes in children who already had a stroke or are …
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… People HIV: Stages of Infection Ways HIV Cannot Be Spread Preventing infections HIV: Preventing Infections HIV: Preventing Other Infections When You Have HIV HIV: Tips for …
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… Brace (orthotic) treatment for scoliosis is used to prevent spinal curve progression and to maintain a more … appearance of the back. The goal of brace treatment is to prevent the curve from getting worse. Bracing does not … Brace treatment is used for a child who is still growing to prevent progression of moderate spinal curves . Brace …
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… system less active. They also reduce inflammation and prevent rejection of the organ. For the first few days after … the dosage is slowly reduced to the lowest dose that helps prevent rejection. Calcineurin inhibitors Calcineurin … seizures. Antiproliferative agents Antiproliferative agents prevent the immune cells from multiplying. These medicines …
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… Overview Birth control is any method used to prevent pregnancy. Another word for birth control is … or you are getting close to menopause. The only sure way to prevent pregnancy is to not have sex. But finding a good … is the most effective reversible method you can use to prevent pregnancy. If you decide you want to get pregnant, …
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… Hepatitis Fundoplication Surgery for Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Gallstone Symptoms: When Surgery Is … in Adults and Older Children Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) Gastroesophageal Reflux in Babies and Children Gastroparesis GERD: Esophageal …
